Bicarbonate loading is an easy and efficient way to decrease the production of H

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Bicarbonate loading is an easy and efficient way to decrease the production of Hydrogen (H+) ions in the muscle during moderate to high-intensity exercise. True False Which of the following are considered correct statements regarding bicarbonate? Bicarbonate is a relatively inexpensive supplement Bicarbonate supplementation results in a possible moderate enhancement of performance in a 1-minute sprint in male athletes. Bicarbonate supplementation often causes gastrointestinal disturbances Bicarbonate supplementation can enhance sports that depend on repeated short duration sprints such as a soccer, tennis, football or lacrosse game

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30) Bicarbonate loading increases extracellular buffering and helps in the removal of H+ ions produced during moderate to high intensity exercises. So, the bicarbonate loading decreases H+ ion production in muscles during exercise. Therefore, the given statement is true.

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